Senior Vice President

NFM & J LP•Wyckoff, NJ

16h

About The Position

Founded in 1983, Puresan is a leading distributor of janitorial products, facility maintenance supplies, and equipment. We tailor comprehensive supply chain solutions to meet the unique needs of each customer we serve. Our business supports a diverse range of industries, including business-to-business customers, commercial facilities, education, government, food service operations, and other institutional markets. Puresan is built on a foundation of service excellence, strong supplier partnerships, and deep operational expertise. As we continue to grow through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, we remain committed to delivering reliable solutions that help our customers operate clean, safe, and efficient facilities. The Senior Vice President of Operations (SVP, Operations) is an executive leadership role with responsibility for Puresan’s end-to-end operational and financial performance. This role owns results across sales execution, distribution operations, procurement, logistics, customer service, and profitability. As a P&L leader and operator, the SVP of Operations drives sustainable growth, margin expansion, and operational excellence while aligning day-to-day execution with long-term company strategy.

Requirements

10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in distribution, janitorial, or related industries
Proven P&L ownership with demonstrated results
Strong background in sales leadership, operations, logistics, and procurement
Experience in leading warehouse and delivery operations
Track record of building and leading high-performing teams

Nice To Haves

M&A integration experience preferred

Responsibilities

Own full operational P&L including revenue, gross margin, expenses, and EBITDA
Establish and execute pricing strategies across product categories and customer segments
Manage cost structure including labor, freight, facilities, and inventory
Forecast revenue, margins, and cash flow; ensure budget discipline and accountability
Lead and align outside and inside sales organizations to company objectives
Develop and execute go-to-market strategies across vertical markets
Drive new customer acquisition, and retention
Partner with sales leaders on pricing discipline and margin optimization
Oversee warehouse operations, delivery fleet, and logistics performance
Ensure high order accuracy, safety compliance, and on-time delivery
Optimize inventory levels, turns, and working capital utilization
Implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations
Lead strategic supplier relationships and negotiations
Optimize vendor programs, rebates, and product assortment
Identify cost-reduction opportunities
Lead cross-functional leadership teams across sales, operations, and support functions
Recruit, develop, and retain top operational talent
Establish performance management systems and succession plans
Execute company-wide initiatives and operational standards
Support mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integrations
Identify opportunities for scalability, efficiency, and market expansion